What to expect from 2018s...... - Page 2

suzook · 09-21-2017, 05:58 PM

5th Gen had much better build quality built in Canada. Sorry guys, but being built in the U.S. is NOT a plus.

Chazzz · 09-21-2017, 08:11 PM

I agree my fifth generation 2014 had zero issues from new through two years of ownership, however my fourth generation 1996 vert had badly mismatched paint and bad uneven panel gaps. I remember stopping at a Toyota dealer to look at celiacs and the staff there was busting on the obvious poor build quality. I would have never expected to see these issues on gen6....I'm shocked!! So far I'm lucky with my gen6 vert as the only issues I have found is the trunk not always opening common issue which for some reason hasn't been resolved at the factory yet, and a slight rattle at times when the top is up. I really thought GM had their initial quality down as they are getting great reviews. Kinda sad

Chazzz · 09-21-2017, 08:20 PM

Oh I also have the thin paint way inside the door jams and in the convertible top storage area but I'm thinking this is just the way they are painting all of them. I am just ignoring it i guess i will live with it as I may end up with something worse if I try to have it corrected.

camaro5 · 09-21-2017, 10:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Chazzz

I agree my fifth generation 2014 had zero issues from new through two years of ownership, however my fourth generation 1996 vert had badly mismatched paint and bad uneven panel gaps. I remember stopping at a Toyota dealer to look at celiacs and the staff there was busting on the obvious poor build quality. I would have never expected to see these issues on gen6....I'm shocked!! So far I'm lucky with my gen6 vert as the only issues I have found is the trunk not always opening common issue which for some reason hasn't been resolved at the factory yet, and a slight rattle at times when the top is up. I really thought GM had their initial quality down as they are getting great reviews. Kinda sad

The trunk latch is binding because it is pulling down too far on the trunk lid.

Needs latch adjustment.

Chazzz · 09-24-2017, 07:20 PM

After reading this thread I have stopped by several dealerships to take a look at the 18's. Sadly I have seen several examples of poor fitting front facias some very noticeable mainly on the passenger side and it seems only on the 18's. All the leftover 17's I looked at seemed pretty good. If you are going to be in the market for a new Camaro pay special attention to the front facia especially were it meets the fender.

Lfsabch · 09-24-2017, 09:10 PM

and when any issues brought up its always a surprise to them , lol its like no one questions all these visible issues
i could see if it was just mine having the issues but no matter where they are sent, they have clear issues that as a company are ignoring.. sickening

figure id also post this lovely gem of an engine bay, so now i have to strip it or paint over it to have everything the colour it should be, no one could tell me why its black or what it was either..

Chazzz · 09-24-2017, 09:37 PM

That appears to be a thin paint issue that has been a problem on some units under the hood. And I totally agree.... WTH happened to quality control? Gen5 camaros where built like tanks and seemed to have exceptional exterior fit and finish as compared to what we are still seeing 3 years in with Gen6... Sad!!!

SS 1LE · 09-25-2017, 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by suzook

5th Gen had much better build quality built in Canada. Sorry guys, but being built in the U.S. is NOT a plus.

My 5th gen was awful...doors were off, console was loose, trunk rattled, etc...my 6th gen is very good. No complaints here...

camaro5 · 09-25-2017, 11:20 PM

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Originally Posted by SS 1LE

My 5th gen was awful...doors were off, console was loose, trunk rattled, etc...my 6th gen is very good. No complaints here...

Yes. It's where the wheel of quality lands for your particular unit.

Anyone from camaro5.com, can tell you 5th gens were not ALL trouble-free at all.

Toyota and other Asian companies do not have the wheel of quality.

Lastly, Mustang and Challenger are much worse overall.

suzook · 09-29-2017, 01:43 PM

6th gen could be the last gen again. Poor sales, and horrible quality control could be it's demise. I'm done with GM. It's a shame.

Rock-It Man · 09-29-2017, 04:47 PM

There was a Gen6 at my local cruise night the other day and I took a look at the rear fascia.

Looked just like the mis-match in the OP's photo. I had a Cavalier once that looked like that. The gaps on my Gen5 are all near perfect, but yes, there were some other issues in Gen5, most notably the L99 AFM lifters bleeding down, leaky coolant line fittings to oil cooler (both addressed under warranty for me) and the noisy USB interface (I just gave up on that and now use the bluetooth interface for my iPod).

martelds · 09-29-2017, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by soloknight6

Strange... My 16 doesnt have any of these issues...

Same here. My 16 has perfect fitment.

Herewego · 09-29-2017, 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by martelds

Same here. My 16 has perfect fitment.

Just picked up my 18, fitment is top notch.

Lfsabch · 10-03-2017, 12:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Herewego

Just picked up my 18, fitment is top notch.

ya so maybe depends who was on the line that day i guess lol cause atleast one of the dealers cars had good fitment so i know its possible but sadly not on mine

09-21-2017, 05:58 PM	#15
suzook Drives: camaro Join Date: May 2013 Location: Stony Brook,NY Posts: 1,756	5th Gen had much better build quality built in Canada. Sorry guys, but being built in the U.S. is NOT a plus. __________________ 2016 2SS,A8,NAV,NPP,MAG Ride,Sunroof Hyperblue/JetBlack

09-29-2017, 01:43 PM	#24
suzook Drives: camaro Join Date: May 2013 Location: Stony Brook,NY Posts: 1,756	6th gen could be the last gen again. Poor sales, and horrible quality control could be it's demise. I'm done with GM. It's a shame. __________________ 2016 2SS,A8,NAV,NPP,MAG Ride,Sunroof Hyperblue/JetBlack

09-21-2017, 08:11 PM	#16
Chazzz Drives: 2018 1LT RS V6 A8 Convertible Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: USA Posts: 497	I agree my fifth generation 2014 had zero issues from new through two years of ownership, however my fourth generation 1996 vert had badly mismatched paint and bad uneven panel gaps. I remember stopping at a Toyota dealer to look at celiacs and the staff there was busting on the obvious poor build quality. I would have never expected to see these issues on gen6....I'm shocked!! So far I'm lucky with my gen6 vert as the only issues I have found is the trunk not always opening common issue which for some reason hasn't been resolved at the factory yet, and a slight rattle at times when the top is up. I really thought GM had their initial quality down as they are getting great reviews. Kinda sad

09-21-2017, 08:20 PM	#17
Chazzz Drives: 2018 1LT RS V6 A8 Convertible Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: USA Posts: 497	Oh I also have the thin paint way inside the door jams and in the convertible top storage area but I'm thinking this is just the way they are painting all of them. I am just ignoring it i guess i will live with it as I may end up with something worse if I try to have it corrected.

09-24-2017, 07:20 PM	#19
Chazzz Drives: 2018 1LT RS V6 A8 Convertible Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: USA Posts: 497	After reading this thread I have stopped by several dealerships to take a look at the 18's. Sadly I have seen several examples of poor fitting front facias some very noticeable mainly on the passenger side and it seems only on the 18's. All the leftover 17's I looked at seemed pretty good. If you are going to be in the market for a new Camaro pay special attention to the front facia especially were it meets the fender.

09-24-2017, 09:10 PM	#20
Lfsabch Drives: 2018 Camaro1ls Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: oshawa Posts: 79	and when any issues brought up its always a surprise to them , lol its like no one questions all these visible issues i could see if it was just mine having the issues but no matter where they are sent, they have clear issues that as a company are ignoring.. sickening figure id also post this lovely gem of an engine bay, so now i have to strip it or paint over it to have everything the colour it should be, no one could tell me why its black or what it was either..

09-24-2017, 09:37 PM	#21
Chazzz Drives: 2018 1LT RS V6 A8 Convertible Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: USA Posts: 497	That appears to be a thin paint issue that has been a problem on some units under the hood. And I totally agree.... WTH happened to quality control? Gen5 camaros where built like tanks and seemed to have exceptional exterior fit and finish as compared to what we are still seeing 3 years in with Gen6... Sad!!!

09-29-2017, 04:47 PM	#25
Rock-It Man 376 cubic inches of fun Drives: 2023 Camaro ZL1 A10 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: MA Posts: 4,029 View My Garage	There was a Gen6 at my local cruise night the other day and I took a look at the rear fascia. Looked just like the mis-match in the OP's photo. I had a Cavalier once that looked like that. The gaps on my Gen5 are all near perfect, but yes, there were some other issues in Gen5, most notably the L99 AFM lifters bleeding down, leaky coolant line fittings to oil cooler (both addressed under warranty for me) and the noisy USB interface (I just gave up on that and now use the bluetooth interface for my iPod).

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